Michigan State University Memorial Site: Notable Deaths & Obituaries

Founded in 1855, Michigan State University is one of the largest single campus universities in the United States. Renowned for their athletics and academic programs alike, the MSU Spartans also play a major role in making East Lansing one of Michigan's most vibrant communities. This memorial site was created to pay tribute to all those who helped shape – and were shaped by – Michigan State University.

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Michigan State University Memorials: Remembering the life, death and legacy of Karen De Young

De Young, Karen Biferno 5/3/1941 - 2/14/2015 Grand Rapids Mrs. Karen Biferno De Young passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2015. Karen was born on May 3, 1941 to George and Iona Biferno. Karen graduated from Creston High School in 1959. She then attended Grand Rapids Junior College and Michigan State University where she received a degree in Education. Karen taught in the Grand Rapids Public School District and for 25 years was the Coordinator of the Reading Is Fundamental (RIF) program...